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L289 HYW

1994 Subaru Impreza Gl

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,816 mi
Last recorded99,816 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 1994 Subaru Impreza Gl103,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL289 HYW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Gl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2012 99,816 miles

Oil leak

brake pedal anti slip worn

Fail 21 Jun 2012 99,793 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Oil leak

brake pedal anti slip worn

Pass 21 Jun 2011 98,527 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 97,174 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 97,166 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

speedo not working

Pass 8 Oct 2007 95,182 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 90,822 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Gl?

Based on 1,738 MOT tests across 325 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
4,506
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 93
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 73
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 70
constant velocity joint gaiter split 68
fog lamp not working 54
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L289 HYW is a 1994 Subaru Impreza Gl in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 Subaru Impreza Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 103,344 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Gl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L289 HYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 32 years old, this Subaru Impreza Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L289 HYW registered?

L289 HYW is a 1994 Subaru Impreza Gl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L289 HYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L289 HYW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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